The Department of Education conducted a workshop for CAT subject advisors from all provinces from 11 - 15 May 2009.

The purpose of the workshop was to:
1)       convey November 2008 Exam results and to discuss strategies to improve results;
2)       clear assessment issues as set out in the SAG;
3)       clear misinterpretation of policy;
4)       understand the PAT, including the content for Information Management, as well as marking and moderation;
5)       understand how practical exams should be conducted, including preparation of CDs to be sent to marking centers; and
6)       understand assessment in CAT and how to assess content for all the Learning Outcomes in CAT, including setting tasks and papers

The above topics were discussed, input given and ideas and strategies shared to support Computer Applications Technology in all provinces